Welcome On behalf of all the staff, governors and students, I would like to welcome Aims and Values you to Hutton Church of Grammar School and Sixth Form. Hutton is a place for boys to develop confidence in their academic and Hutton has an oustanding reputation as a provider of quality education. social abilities. Our students are ambitious and proud of who they are. Our students, past and present, are excellent ambassadors for the school They have high self-esteem and always push themselves to achieve. and are proud to be Huttonians. The traditions of our school are a strong Individual success is encouraged and celebrated. Our students are foundation for learning, personal achievement and success. I hope that independent thinkers who are never afraid to express their point of view prospective students and parents are keen to continue these traditions or take on new challenges. and take their place as part of our school community. “Hutton Grammar is “My child matters - I can A Faith School The Best of All an outstanding school.” tell he is supported and Ofsted valued.” Parent Hutton is a Voluntary-Aided Worlds school within the Diocese of Blackburn family Above average achievement at Key Stage 4 Parents have an important role to play in our of schools. The composition of the governing Hutton is a unique school with a long heritage. shows that students at Hutton work hard to community too. Learning continues beyond body and the foundation trustees reflects this This is evident in the life and culture of the achieve their personal targets. We set high the classroom and we encourage parents to status and Christian values are implicit in the school, which are built on traditional values and expectations and challenging targets to teach be involved in their child’s education. All work of the school. the pursuit of excellence. The accommodation students that anything is possible if you work Hutton parents are also automatically part of and facilities have been enhanced and hard and believe in your own ability. This our Parent Association; the Hutton As Head Teacher, my own Christian faith is supplemented over recent years to support a provides our students with a great foundation Grammar School Association. The organisation central to my aims and ambitions for this remarkable standard of provision. Thus Hutton for the demands of further and higher education helps to provide much valued support through community. I believe very strongly that if really does offer the best of everything. The co- and gives them the skills to succeed in their fundraising activities and assistance at school young people are to develop into happy and educational Sixth Form, which is housed in an chosen career. events. fulfilled adults, they need a clear set of values exciting modern building, strengthens the whole on which to base their lives. Above all, our school community by providing leadership and School should be a place where all students At Hutton, students are encouraged to become students learn the importance of respect, both an example for the younger students to aspire feel safe and happy and we work hard to create responsible citizens who take the values they for themselves and for others. This is essential and progress to. There is nowhere quite like an atmosphere in which all students can enjoy have learned at school out into the wider for individual and collective well-being, and it Hutton, and I hope very much that you are learning and play an active part in the life of community, setting a good example for others. lies at the heart of our ethos. I like to think that attracted by what we have to offer. the school, whatever their individual skills, We prepare students for their future through a our students will leave Hutton accomplished, interests and abilities. There is a strong sense wide range of opportunities and experiences, yet with humility. The real virtue in developing Mr D P Pearson – Head Teacher of community at the school and our students both as part of the curriculum and through skills and aptitudes ourselves is that they enable are proud to be part of this community and are extra-curricular activities. By the time they us to give service to others. This, I believe, is the keen to represent their school. leave Hutton, our students are mature, well- nature of true fulfilment. rounded individuals with strong moral values, a determination to succeed and a respect for themselves and others. Creative & Cultural Development Our Performing Arts centre, housed partly in the old Head Teacher’s house, is a dynamic centre of learning within the school, used for a wide range of curricular and extra-curricular activities in Drama, and Dance. The visual arts are also a significant part of our provision, demonstrated Curriculum by the excellent Art and Design work on display throughout the school. Teaching & Learning “…the school has flourished, and has risen to the challenge of modifying its curriculum to better meet Hutton offers a broad range of learning opportunities which extend beyond the timetabled daily curriculum. The whole package offered by the needs and interests of students…” Ofsted the Hutton experience gives our students the chance to develop into Most subjects are also taught at A Level in students with Special Educational Needs. These capable, confident and reflective individuals with an awareness of the our Sixth Form and our staff have a keen students are set challenging personal targets needs of others. awareness of how learning progresses at higher which they are able to achieve with the help and levels. Another advantage is that our Sixth support of staff and their parents. Our SENCO Form students support the learning of younger and team of Teaching Assistants provide in class students in various ways. support for the students that need it as well as extra help and activities outside of timetabled The subjects students study during Key The school Library is a place that supports lessons such as a homework club and nurture Stage 3 include: Art, Citizenship, Classics, Physical learning, giving students access to extensive group. Drama, English, French, Geography, German, resources to carry out research during lessons , ICT, Mathematics, Music, Personal Development and for homework. It also acts as a quiet All students are made aware of their targets Development, Physical Education, Religious Hutton has a reputation nationally and beyond place for study or personal reading. Sixth and how to achieve them and the progress Studies, Science and Technology. During Key for competitive prowess in traditional such Form students have their own study area with they make is communicated to parents through Stage 3, students are grouped according to as rugby, and athletics. This is supported a Library of books and resources relevant to A assessments and a yearly school report. A ability for English, Mathematics and Science. by a remarkable range of facilities including Level courses. Parents’ Evening is also held once a year, giving a state of the art sports hall, a pool an opportunity to speak to individual subject and extensive outdoor facilities. However, Our approach to learning sets every student about progress. Core Learning physical education at Hutton is not just about the challenge to achieve, whatever their Hutton may not be a selective grammar school developing individual excellence. The aim is to ability. All students have individual needs and All students are encouraged to take part in any more, but our emphasis on developing skills give all students an appetite for building and so a personalised approach is at the heart of enrichment and extra curricular activities and understanding in English, Mathematics and sustaining physical activity as part of a healthy our teaching and learning. Able, Gifted and to enhance their learning. A wide range of Science reflects the heritage of the school. The and happy life. Talented students are identified and nurtured, activities and educational visits are offered extended core, including languages, humanities giving them the opportunity to develop their every year, with something to suit everyone’s knowledge and reach their true potential. The interests. and ICT, is also firmly embedded in the heart of “The sports department the curriculum. Built around these elements is a school also has valuable support in place for wide range of learning opportunities supported do an excellent job in by excellent facilities. promoting respectful Each teacher treats my son as an individual and he competition, teamwork has huge respect for them. The relationship he has and excellent attitudes.” with his teachers encourages him to work hard.” Ofsted Parent Pastoral Care & Guidance A Christian Every child matters at Hutton, Care and guidance is excellent, ensuring that whatever their strengths. All students and parents get the support they need. Each student is part of a form group and their students play a part in making Community form tutor acts as a first point of contact for any our school community a better problems or concerns. The tutor is backed up “Great community feel and connection with the place through their efforts in by a Learning Co-ordinator, our SENCO and an class, their good behaviour, their Assistant Head Teacher with responsibility for church.” Parent participation in clubs, teams and pastoral care. Staff are happy to make themselves Our school is a caring Christian community. Personal and Spiritual Development plays a organisations and the friendships available to discuss your concerns. We believe in working with students and parents to solve Students are taught to respect the views and key role in the everyday life of the school. Each they develop with others. problems, promote good behaviour and ensure opinions of others and treat people how they day begins with collective worship which takes that our school is a safe and happy environment would like to be treated themselves. Although place either in assembly or in form groups. The school operates a house system and students for everyone. we are a faith school, we do not assume that There is a theme each week which is used to are members of the same house throughout all students will necessarily see themselves promote discussion and reflection. Students their time at Hutton. Students are encouraged to Students at Hutton are encouraged to respect as belonging to the Christian faith, or to any in Years 7-9 also have a timetabled lesson take pride in representing their house and Inter- each other and the school. This positive faith group. However, faith forms the context in each week which is used to deliver a Personal house competitions take place throughout the approach results in outstanding behaviour which we encourage students to consider the Development programme. There are groups year involving academic, sporting and musical both in and out of the classroom, which in turn fundamental issues we face as human beings, which meet in the chapel in order to reflect challenges and activities. The system helps to provides the perfect environment for students to and to develop their own ethical and moral on faith and discuss key issues. These groups promote team work and allows students to learn and develop. standards. welcome students from all religious and non- develop friendships that will last throughout religious backgrounds. their time at the school and beyond. “Around school they are respectful, mature, articulate and responsible.” Ofsted “Many parents commented on the family feel of the school, its inclusive nature and the very good pastoral care provided for students.” Ofsted Post-16 Hutton’s reputation as a provider of quality education continues post-16. We welcome determined and motivated individuals who Transition want to further their knowledge and add to their achievements From the moment your son is offered a place at ”I found the staff friendly and at GCSE into our co-educational Hutton you are part of our school community. enjoyed the taster day!” Year 7 Sixth Form. Starting can be a difficult time student for both students and parents and our job is to The provision of 11-18 education is an make that transition as easy as possible. Many “I loved the traditional feeling of important feature of the school and many of students start secondary school worrying about the school - I was made to feel very our Year 11 students return to the Sixth Form getting lost, making new friends and settling in welcome by everyone” Year 7 student but students also join us from a number of local but they soon overcome these fears. high schools. “…care and attention taken by the Our Year 7 Learning Co-ordinator liaises with school to provide students with a We believe that our Sixth Form provides a staff to make sure we understand smooth induction…” Ofsted unique opportunity in the area. Students have the needs of every child starting in Year 7 and a access to state of the art facilities, excellent taster day gives the boys a chance to experience “The school has some great policies guidance and support and subject specialist what a typical day at Hutton is like. This taster for settling Year 7 students in and teachers. Teaching groups are relatively small day, along with events such as rugby training making them feel welcome. The taster compared with other establishments so students during the summer and our start of term church day for new starters is fantastic can take advantage of a more personalised style service will give your son a chance to meet new and makes the first day far less of teaching and learning. friends and get involved. daunting.” Year 7 parent

Our students achieve excellent A Level results “The school was really helpful when my son moved and the majority choose to further their development at university. from his primary school. It was a big step and change but my son had huge support.” Year 7 parent “ Students enjoy being in the Sixth Form and play a full part in the school community and beyond.” Ofsted Success Stories Once you become part of our school community, you are a Huttonian for life. Students past and present are proud of their association with the school and we, in turn, are proud of their achievements and the contributions they make to their communities.

“I remember my years at Hutton “Self-discipline, motivation and a drive Grammar School with great affection. to succeed. I have Hutton to thank for I was privileged to receieve a first- all of these.” class education in every respect... in the class room, on the sports fields and Mr Iain Bruce MD, FRCS (ORL-HNS) in the wide variety of extra-curricular Hutton Grammar School 1984-1991 activities. The school engendered an Honorary Lecturer, University of Manchester ethos of high achievement and respect Consultant Paediatric and Adult for others which has been the bedrock of Otoloryngologist my professional life.” (Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital and

Manchester Royal Infirmary) Michael Anson Hutton Grammar School 1967-1974 One of Her Majesty’s Judges since 2004 “My years spent at Hutton were a hugely enjoyable experience. The values and ethos which I will always be grateful “Hutton Grammar School gave me a to have been exposed to during my great start. It was, without doubt, the time there include the importance of most enjoyable period of my life. The honesty and discipline to achieve your strong academic commitment combined full potential; the value of hard work; with superb sporting opportunities the courage to dream big and the need allowed me to pass through to Liverpool for perseverance in the face of adversity. Medical School and also play rugby; I have so many great memories of the ultimately captaining the English school and I have created life-long Universities team. I am now able to friendships. Most importantly, every combine my academic and sporting student who goes to Hutton is supported passion as a Consultant Orthopaedic to be the best they can be, rewarded for Hand Surgeon with a special interest their hard work and leaves the school a in sports injuries. Without Hutton I person of exceptionally high quality.” know that none of this would have been possible.” Steven Borthwick Hutton Grammar School 1991 - 1998 Mike Hayton England Rugby International Hutton Grammar School 1979-1986 Consultant Orthopaedic Hand Surgeon “Our School is a caring Christian community. Within this environment we aim to develop individuals of character who can achieve their full potential; can think for themselves; will want to continue learning; and will become responsible members of society.”

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